High School All-Americans take Classic stage

March 21, 2025

FORT WORTH, Texas — The 2024 Bassmaster High School All-American Fishing Team was treated to a trip to Dickies Arena to be recognized on the 2025 Bassmaster Classic stage ahead of the Day 1 weigh-in. This is the first time in the program’s history the All-American class has been honored on the Classic stage.

For the past decade, the Bassmaster High School All-American Fishing Team has recognized and celebrated the top high school anglers across the country. These student-athletes demonstrate outstanding performance on the water, dedication to conservation efforts and commitment to their communities.

Since its inception, the Bassmaster High School All-American program has launched the careers of numerous anglers who have competed at the highest levels, including the Bassmaster Opens, Bassmaster Elite Series and even in the Classic.

This year, nearly 300 applications were submitted from 31 states. From this talented pool, 45 students were named Bassmaster All-State Anglers, with the final 12 honorees selected based on their tournament success, conservation initiatives and community service efforts. This year, each All-American was awarded a B.A.S.S. Life Membership.

Here's a brief look at each member of the team:

Carsen Adcock – Haughton, La.

A junior at Haughton High School, Adcock has four wins, including the 2023 Bassmaster High School Series event on the Red River and the North Louisiana B.A.S.S. Nation event on Toledo Bend. His commitment to community service includes involvement in local churches and lake cleanup initiatives. Academically, he maintains a 3.81 GPA while excelling in multiple extracurricular activities.

Elijah Coleman – Mount Sterling, Ky.

Coleman, a senior at Montgomery County High School, secured three wins, including the 2024 High School Fishing World Finals and National Championship. He has a passion for conservation, assisting Kentucky Fish and Wildlife in habitat restoration, and maintains a 4.0 GPA while balancing an advanced course load.

Max Flatten – Watertown, S.D.

Flatten, a senior at Watertown High School, boasts three wins, including the South Dakota TBF High School State Championship (back-to-back years). He is actively involved in community outreach programs, including Sportsmen Against Hunger and local bass fishing clubs, all while maintaining a 3.35 GPA.

Rylan Hamlin – Jackson, Mich.

Hamlin’s dominance includes 24 wins, highlighted by the 2024 Michigan B.A.S.S. Nation High School State Championship. His passion for mentorship and conservation extends beyond competition, and he balances his dedication to fishing with a 3.59 GPA.

Kyle Herrman – Topeka, Kan.

A senior at Jefferson West High School, Herrman has earned four wins and has qualified for the Bassmaster High School National Championship three times. He actively mentors youth anglers and participates in lake improvement projects while maintaining a 4.0 GPA.

Nicholas Herrman – Topeka, Kan.